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Tour Code: 2NRKWWS Wild Elephant and River Kwai Safari (3 Days/2 Nights)

Jungle trek in the conservation area adjoining Erawan National Park, off-road journey by 4x4WD vehicle, nature observations in the
elephant habitat, jungle stay

Day 1 Kanchanaburi Town – Wildlife Sanctuary River Kwai –Erawan National Park

Pick up at 8am in Kanchanaburi town for the wildlife sanctuary of River Kwai valley (40 min. drive from

town).

Enjoy the picturesque scenery en-route along the River Kwai. Upon arrival, begin with a jungle

trek into the

forest. The circle trekking route runs up and down the mixed forest dominated by

bamboos. There is an

approximate 1.5 km of nature trail, footprints or other common signs such as

dung piles will be observed as

this area has usually been frequented in cool and dry season (Dec-

Jan, and Mar-April) by the wild elephants

living in the sanctuary. A viewpoint en-route provides an

impressive view of the stream running through the

mountain valley, one of the homes of wild

elephants in this area. Enjoy picnic lunch amidst the forest

serenity following a trek down to the dirt

track through the bamboo-dominant forest. Pick up at around 1pm by

a 4x4WD vehicle and set off for

an off-beaten track journey into the jungle campsite also considered as a

feeding area for wild

elephants. In dry season, it is likely to have a direct sighting of elephants feeding on

vegetations or

playing in the stream. The biggest herd of elephants ever seen along this stream comprises up

to 40

individuals. By 2.30pm, reach the forest protection unit surrounded by the “hunting-field-cum-the

conservation area.” The minimum number habitat of wild elephant live in this wildlife sanctuary is

estimated

to be 80, while there are about 10 elephants that live in the adjoining Erawan national park.

Break for

Coffee/tea at 3pm and continue on with a walk into the mixed deciduous forest. Learn about

elephant related

issues through the existence of their feeding habitats including mineral licks, natural

ponds, swampy area,

glass land, and their natural playground. Observations of the footprints of large

mammals such as elephants,

gaur, deer, banteng, and tigers or leopard are conducted. Return to the

campsite at 5pm and take a couple of

hours at leisure, Thai dinner in the natural serenity is served at

7pm.

Day 2 Jungle trek, Off-beaten track journey, Erawan National Park

Begin the morning with a jungle trek to the hilltop via the bamboo forest full of elephant signs. Arrive

on the

hilltop at 7.30am; enjoy the stunningly panoramic view of the elephant habitat over a vast area

of the River

Kwai valley, breakfast will be served at 8.30am following a walk back to the campsite and

prepare to check

out at 10am. Depart the campsite by 4x4WD vehicle onwards to Erawan National

Park. Picnic lunch will be

served at the national park at noon following a hike on the nature trail

running in parallel with the

stunningly impressive waterfall. The total route to the top level of the

waterfall is about 1.5 km; it takes

about 3 hours to complete the route from the 1st to 7th levels. The

upper stretch of the trail is quite steep at

some points but it is really rewarding to climb up to the top

where stunning cliffs that are more than 100 m

high, awaits. At 4pm, depart the park to continue on a

journey further north to Srinakarin Lake. Estimated

arrival time is 5pm and you will check in at the

resort on the lake where dinner will be served.

Day 3: Boat trip on the lake, elephant riding, bamboo rafting and train ride along the

historical railway

Following breakfast enjoy a 2 hours boat trip over the lake with its breathtaking view. Lunch will be

served

and check out departure for the elephant camp on the bank of Kwai Noi River. Upon arrival,

you will be

treated to a 30 minutes elephant ride in the woodland along the mighty River Kwai, then

bamboo rafting

down the river. At 3.15pm, depart for the world’s famous railways along the historical

Death. The train will

take you to Ta Kilen station where you will be met by our local driver and

transfers back to Kanchanaburi

town. Estimated arrival time is 5.15pm